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Condominiums for sale in Sonoma County

October 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

According to the real estate professionals at Rocket Mortgage, new homebuyers who are having trouble finding a budget-friendly house or want to buy a place but don’t want to take on the exterior maintenance, a condominium may be the best choice. Here are the top three benefits of owning a condominium: Amenities: A condominium allows […]

What you can buy in Petaluma for less than $800,000

October 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

According to Visit Petaluma, there are several reasons why the town is a great destination for visitors and by extension, can be a good place for new homebuyers to consider. Here are three reasons: There’s a lot to do: There’s always a fair, festival, or community event in Petaluma. The most well-known include the Butter […]

Currently listed Sonoma County homes with sizable backyards

October 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

According to the landscaping experts at Backyard Savvy, the benefits to having the added space can be worth it. Here are their top three reasons a big backyard is a good thing: Increases the value of the home: Large backyards can add value to a house, not just because of the land but also because […]

Modernist Napa estate built for heir to Swedish bread fortune recently listed for $22 million

September 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

This sprawling art deco home on 130 acres was originally built for the grandson of the man who founded Wasa bread, and is now owned by a political consultant who has worked for politicians such Nancy Pelosi and Dianne Feinstein, among others. Spanning two parcels on the top of Napa’s Mount Veeder, the architecture of […]

Currently listed Sonoma County homes that have battery wall power backups

September 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

For many homeowners and buyers, the ability to keep the electricity on during a power outage is a positive selling point. While many homebuyers may have invested in solar to reduce energy bills and a “green” source of energy, starting in 2015, the Tesla company introduced a product called a Powerwall, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery […]

Currently listed Sonoma County homes set up for outdoor dining

September 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

While fall is just around the corner, the California Mediterranean climate usually means that homeowners with a backyard can enjoy dining al fresco well into the fall season. Here are the top 3 health benefits of dining outdoors: Fresh air: Consistently eating inside means that an individual often breathes in recycled air. By eating outdoors, […]

Sonoma County homes for sale close to creeks

September 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

According to a specialist at Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno in Silicon Valley, owning a house near a creek comes with many advantages. Here are the top three benefits of living near a creek: Home value: Houses near creeks – or any body of water – generally mean that the property is in an area […]

Sonoma County homes currently for sale close to schools

August 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

For homebuyers who have young children or are planning on starting a family, they may start looking for houses based on where they’re located in relation to well-rated schools. According to the real estate professionals at Zipmatch.com, living near a school is a good choice, and here are their top three reasons: Peace of mind […]

Historic homes for sale in Healdsburg

August 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

According to Rocket Mortgage, there are pros and cons to buying a historic house. While unique, they can often take more time and money with renovations, preservation and upgrades that won’t diminish their historical value. Here are the top three reasons homebuyers may want to buy a historic house: It is a piece of history: […]

Sonoma County homes with recently reduced prices

August 2023 | By Christina Molcillo

According to the real estate experts at HouseLogic, there are many reasons a seller may reduce the price of their home, and it can give shoppers an advantage because the seller wants the home to sell quickly. Here are the top three reasons sellers will reduce the asking price for a home: Not enough interest: […]